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  Paris, France (SPX) Jul 25, 2023 Thales, the French multinational company, has affirmed its central role in providing cybersecurity solutions for Galileo, the global navigation satellite system (GNSS) that provides geolocation services. Thales, leading a consortium which includes Italian firm Leonardo, is tasked with expanding the G2G IOV SECMON project's security monitoring scope, incorporating new assets into the G2G system. The company will also implement automated incident response, network traffic monitoring and create the capabil ... read more |
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Maxar wraps up Design Review for SDA's missile tracking systemLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 26, 2023 Maxar Technologies, a leading provider of integrated space solutions and accurate geospatial intelligence, has achieved an important milestone. The company recently wrapped up the first Critical Des ... more  
North Korea gives Russian defence ministry delegation 'warm welcome'Seoul (AFP) July 26, 2023 North Korea rolled out the red carpet for the Russian defence minister, state media said Wednesday, with delegations from Moscow and Beijing set to attend Korean War anniversary events, the country's first known foreign visitors since its pandemic border closure. ... more  
Putin 'intends' to visit China in OctoberMoscow (AFP) July 25, 2023 President Vladimir Putin is planning to visit China in October, the Kremlin said Tuesday, as Russia seeks to shore up ties with one of its closest allies. ... more  
U.S. announces a new security package for Ukraine that includes spy dronesWashington DC (UPI) Jul 26, 2023 The Biden administration has announced another package of security assistance for Ukraine worth $400 million in weaponry and equipment that includes Black Hornet spy drones. ... more |
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 US says Russia damaged American drone over Syria 
Cambodia nears completion of controversial Naval Base, amid US concernsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 26, 2023 Work on the controversial naval base in Cambodia, suspected by the United States of being earmarked for Chinese military use, is reportedly nearing completion. The Cambodian government confirmed on ... more |
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N. Zealand 'open to conversations' about role in AUKUS defence pactWellington (AFP) July 26, 2023 New Zealand is "open to conversations" about a possible role in the AUKUS defence pact, its prime minister said Wednesday, opening the door to cooperation that could rile trade partner China. ... more  
Beijing taps veteran diplomat Wang to replace absent QinBeijing (AFP) July 26, 2023 Wang Yi this week returns as China's foreign minister, stepping into a job he held for almost a decade in the face of the month-long absence of deposed diplomat Qin Gang. ... more  
Blinken in Tonga warns of 'predatory' Chinese aidNuku'Alofa, Tonga (AFP) July 26, 2023 Antony Blinken on Wednesday became the first US secretary of state to visit Tonga, dedicating a new US embassy and warning South Pacific nations about the perils of "predatory" Chinese investment. ... more 
China refuses to say why foreign minister Qin Gang removedBeijing (AFP) July 26, 2023 China refused to disclose on Wednesday why Qin Gang had been sacked as foreign minister, insisting it was releasing information "normally" despite him having not been seen publicly for more than a month. ... more |
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 China's Qin scrubbed from foreign ministry website after dramatic removal 
Gone in seven months: China's former foreign minister Qin GangShanghai (AFP) July 25, 2023 China's foreign minister Qin Gang was removed from office on Tuesday, a sudden and unexpected setback for a man whose rise through the diplomatic ranks was seen as evidence of his closeness to leader Xi Jinping. ... more |
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Korean War veterans dream of real peace on divided peninsulaSeoul (AFP) July 26, 2023 Korean War veteran Ryu Jae-sik has had a bullet fired by a Chinese soldier lodged in his chest for 70 years, a constant reminder of the conflict that never ended. ... more 
Work nearly complete on controversial Cambodia naval basePhnom Penh (AFP) July 25, 2023 Cambodia confirmed on Tuesday that work is almost complete on a naval base Washington fears is intended for Chinese military use, after satellite images showed a major pier had been built. ... more  
Taiwan defends largest airport against simulated Chinese attackTaoyuan, Taiwan (AFP) July 26, 2023 Taiwan staged its first-ever military drill at Taoyuan International Airport on Wednesday, briefly halting commercial traffic as soldiers practised defending the facility against a simulated attack by Beijing. ... more  
China told to stop tankers in its waters reaching N. KoreaUnited Nations, United States (AFP) July 22, 2023 The Group of Seven nations, the European Union and three other countries are urging China to expel oil tankers from its waters that appear to be taking fuel to North Korea in defiance of UN sanctions, according to a letter seen by AFP on Friday. ... more |
 Russian fighter jets damage U.S. drone in Syria 
US commerce chief plans to visit China despite hackingWashington (AFP) July 25, 2023 US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said Tuesday she plans to visit China "later this summer," despite earlier reports that her email account was among those breached by China-based hackers. ... more |
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Ex-US Marine, once imprisoned in Russia, injured fighting for UkraineWashington (AFP) July 25, 2023 A former US Marine who spent more than two years in a Russian prison was injured fighting in Ukraine, the State Department confirmed Tuesday. ... more  
Biden secures tech safety pledges over 'enormous' AI risksWashington (AFP) July 21, 2023 President Joe Biden evoked AI's "enormous" risk and promise Friday at a White House meeting with tech leaders who committed to guarding against everything from cyber-attacks to fraud as the sector revolutionizes society. ... more  
Consortium explores energy-efficient electronics and photonicsArlington TX (SPX) Jul 19, 2023 The University of Texas at Arlington is part of a new consortium funded by the Department of Energy that involves the development of new technologies and college courses covering everything from rad ... more 
A faster way to teach a robotBoston MA (SPX) Jul 19, 2023 Imagine purchasing a robot to perform household tasks. This robot was built and trained in a factory on a certain set of tasks and has never seen the items in your home. When you ask it to pick up a ... more |
Next-generation microelectronics manufacturing aims to sustain R and D EcosystemWashington DC (SPX) Jul 21, 2023 With a focus on the future wave of microsystems innovation, DARPA has selected 11 organizations to begin work on the Next-Generation Microelectronics Manufacturing (NGMM) program. The Phase 0 effort ... more  
16 killed as homes hit in Khartoum air, artillery strikesWad Madani, Sudan (AFP) July 25, 2023 Air strikes and artillery barrages from Sudan's warring generals killed at least 16 people in a Khartoum neighbourhood on Tuesday, a neighbourhood group reported. ... more 
Top Russian, Chinese officials to visit North Korea in post-pandemic firstSeoul July 25, 2023 North Korea will this week welcome Russia's defence minister and a high-level Chinese delegation to Pyongyang for Korean War armistice anniversary celebrations, state media said Tuesday, a sign it could be reopening its borders to high-level visitors after a lengthy pandemic closure. ... more  
Russia claims dramatic increase in ammo productionMoscow (AFP) July 24, 2023 Russia said Monday it had dramatically increased production of ammunition and military equipment, as its offensive in Ukraine enters its eighteenth month. ... more |
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China says 'strictly' implements UN resolutionsBeijing (AFP) July 25, 2023 China has insisted it "strictly" implements UN sanctions resolutions, after G7 nations, the European Union and three other countries urged Beijing to expel oil tankers from its waters that appeared to be taking fuel to North Korea. ... more 
North Korea fires missiles ahead of key anniversarySeoul (AFP) July 24, 2023 Pyongyang conducted twin missile launches late Monday, ahead of Korean War anniversary celebrations that will be attended by Chinese dignitaries in the first foreign delegation visit to the country since its 2020 pandemic border closure. ... more 
Russia: Ukraine targets Moscow, Crimea with drone strikesWashington DC (UPI) Jul 24, 2023 Ukraine early Monday launched drone strikes, hitting two non-residential buildings in Moscow and an ammunition depot in annexed Crimea, Russian officials said. ... more  
Amazon invests $120 million in internet satellite facilityWashington (AFP) July 21, 2023 Amazon said Friday it will invest $120 million to build a satellite construction facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, as part of its plans to launch a space internet service to rival SpaceX's Starlink. ... more |
 
Revolutionary materials and techniques transform aircraft constructionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 20, 2023 For many decades, the aircraft industry has predominantly relied on aluminium for manufacturing. Today, however, the drive for more sustainable, climate-friendly air travel necessitates innovative s ... more
Taiwan air raid drills simulate response to China missile attacksTaipei (AFP) July 24, 2023 Taiwan held air raid drills simulating its response to Chinese missile attacks in several cities on Monday, the same day the island's military kicked off its annual war games. ... more 
Russia and China end military exercises in Sea of JapanMoscow (AFP) July 23, 2023 Russia and China have ended their joint naval exercises in the Sea of Japan, the Russian defence ministry announced Sunday, as the two allies seek to deepen their military ties. ... more  
10 months since Iran's protests, Kurdish exiles in limboArbil, Iraq (AFP) July 22, 2023 Like other Iranian Kurds who fled into exile during last year's women-led mass protests, 17-year-old Sarina tries to keep a low profile in her new home in northern Iraq. ... more |
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Iraq offers to mediate end to Yemen warBaghdad (AFP) July 23, 2023 Iraq has offered to mediate between warring parties in Yemen in an effort to end the country's years-long war, Iraq's top diplomat said at a press conference on Sunday. ... more 
Combat ship USS Canberra commissioned in AustraliaWashington DC (UPI) Jul 22, 2021 In an uncommon overseas ceremony, the USS Canberra was welcomed to the active U.S. fleet Saturday in Australia on a windy winter day as officials from both countries stressed their strong alliance. ... more 
Russian navy carries out live fire exercise in Black SeaMoscow (AFP) July 21, 2023 The United Nations warned on Friday of escalating military action in the Black Sea, after Russia said its navy carried out a live fire exercise there having declared that ships travelling to Ukraine would be considered potential military targets. ... more  
US and Australia use war games to focus on long-range firepowerShoalwater Bay, Australia (AFP) July 22, 2023 Australia and the United States rehearsed precision missile strikes during war games on Saturday as Canberra overhauls its military strategy in favour of long-range firepower. ... more |
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